Group 16 Rugby League is the heart and soul of footy on the Far South Coast of NSW. From the shores of Batemans Bay to the rolling hills of Bombala, this is where local legends are made under the Country Rugby League banner.
If you’ve heard a roar echoing across the Sapphire Coast, it’s likely the die-hard fans of the Bega Roosters, the grit of the Eden Tigers, or the powerhouse Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs. The 2026 season is shaping up to be an absolute cracker. So, fire up the barbie, drop the tailgate on the ute, and get ready—here is your ultimate guide to every hit, try, and tackle.
Group 16 Rugby League Draw, Result & Score 2026
We know the first thing you’re looking for is when and where the big clashes are happening. Don’t bother digging through messy PDF files; we’ve got the full 2026 Group 16 Draw right here. These are the matches that will decide who’s firing come finals time.
Group 16 Rugby League Competition 2026
| Round | Date (EST) | Matchup (Home vs Away) | Scores (All Grades) | Latest News | On BYE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1 | Apr 25/26 | Bega Roosters VS Eden Tigers Cooma Stallions VS Tathra Sea Eagles Narooma Devils VS Moruya Sharks MP Bulldogs VS Batemans Bay Tigers |
Bega Roosters vs Eden Tigers
30-18 (1st), 28-12 (Res), 12-18 (W. Tag) Cooma Stallions vs Tathra Sea Eagles
14-24 (1st), 48-24 (Res), 8-48 (W. Tag), 28-18 (W. Tackle), 26-22 (U18) Narooma Devils vs Moruya Sharks
34-4 (1st), 22-18 (Res), 16-12 (W. Tag) MP Bulldogs vs Batemans Bay Tigers
60-0 (1st), MPB Forfeit (Res), 20-20 (U18) |
Bombala Blue Heelers | |
| R2 | May 2/3 | Bombala Blue Heelers VS Cooma Stallions Narooma Devils VS Bega Roosters Moruya Sharks VS MP Bulldogs Tathra Sea Eagles VS Batemans Bay Tigers |
— | Eden Tigers | |
| R3 | May 9/10 | Batemans Bay Tigers VS Moruya Sharks Tathra Sea Eagles VS Narooma Devils Eden Tigers VS Bombala Blue Heelers MP Bulldogs VS Bega Roosters |
— | Cooma Stallions | |
| R4 | May 16/17 | MP Bulldogs VS Bombala Blue Heelers Moruya Sharks VS Bega Roosters Cooma Stallions VS Batemans Bay Tigers Eden Tigers VS Narooma Devils |
— | Tathra Sea Eagles | |
| R5 | May 23/24 | Merimbula P. Bulldogs VS Bombala Blue Heelers Bombala Blue Heelers VS Tathra Sea Eagles MP Bulldogs VS Cooma Stallions Moruya Sharks VS Eden Tigers |
— | Bega Roosters | |
| R6 | May 30/31 | Tathra Sea Eagles VS Bega Roosters Eden Tigers VS Cooma Stallions Narooma Devils VS MP Bulldogs Bombala Blue Heelers VS Moruya Sharks |
— | Batemans Bay Tigers | |
| June 06/07 — Long Weekend (No Games) | |||||
| R7 | Jun 13/14 | Bombala Blue Heelers VS Narooma Devils Cooma Stallions VS Moruya Sharks Eden Tigers VS Tathra Sea Eagles Bega Roosters VS Batemans Bay Tigers |
— | MP Bulldogs | |
| R8 | Jun 20/21 | Tathra Sea Eagles VS MP Bulldogs Batemans Bay Tigers VS Eden Tigers Narooma Devils VS Cooma Stallions |
— | Bega Roosters, Bombala Blue Heelers, Moruya Sharks | |
| R9 | Jun 27/28 | Batemans Bay Tigers VS Bombala Blue Heelers MP Bulldogs VS Eden Tigers Moruya Sharks VS Tathra Sea Eagles Cooma Stallions VS Bega Roosters |
— | Narooma Devils | |
| R10 | Jul 4/5 | Bega Roosters VS Bombala Blue Heelers Batemans Bay Tigers VS Tathra Sea Eagles Moruya Sharks VS Narooma Devils |
— | Eden Tigers, MP Bulldogs, Cooma Stallions | |
| R11 | Jul 11/12 | Narooma Devils VS Bombala Blue Heelers Tathra Sea Eagles VS Eden Tigers Moruya Sharks VS Cooma Stallions Bega Roosters VS MP Bulldogs |
— | Batemans Bay Tigers | |
| July 18/19 — League-wide Bye Week (No Games) | |||||
| R12 | Jul 25/26 | Bombala Blue Heelers VS Batemans Bay Tigers MP Bulldogs VS Narooma Devils Eden Tigers VS Moruya Sharks Bega Roosters VS Cooma Stallions |
— | Tathra Sea Eagles | |
| R13 | Aug 1/2 | Batemans Bay Tigers VS Bega Roosters Bombala Blue Heelers VS Eden Tigers Cooma Stallions VS MP Bulldogs Tathra Sea Eagles VS Moruya Sharks |
— | Narooma Devils | |
| R14 | Aug 8/9 | Cooma Stallions VS Bombala Blue Heelers Eden Tigers VS MP Bulldogs Narooma Devils VS Batemans Bay Tigers Bega Roosters VS Tathra Sea Eagles |
— | Moruya Sharks | |
| Grand Final — September 2026 | |||||
Participating Clubs & Teams
For those new to the area, these are the gladiators who bleed for their colors every weekend. Get to know the Group 16 clubs:
- Bega Roosters: The Bega boys are known for their attacking flair. Based at the Bega Recreation Ground, with 12 first-grade premierships in the Group 16 era, they are a true dynasty. Watch out for their counter-attack!
- Eden Tigers: When it comes to silverware, the Tigers are royalty. Boasting a massive 14 first-grade titles, they are always the team to beat. Their lair at George Brown Memorial Oval is a tough place for any visiting side.
- Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs: Formed in 1975, the “Dogs” are a powerhouse club with a massive heart. 2023 Premiers, they play out of the Pambula Sporting Complex and never give up on a play.
- Cooma Stallions: Galloping down from the high country with incredible fury. Based at the Cooma Showground, they are three-time premiers (1984, 1994, 2017) and are especially dangerous in the chilly mountain air.
- Bombala Blue Heelers: These boys come from the cold country but play with fire in their bellies. With 6 Group titles, the Blue Heelers are synonymous with toughness.
- Narooma Devils: The Devils play out of Bill Smythe Memorial Oval with a fan base that never stops cheering. With 6 titles to their name, they know exactly what it takes to reach the summit.
- Moruya Sharks: The Sharks have been circling success since 1925. With 5 modern-era titles, they are a threat to anyone at Ack Weyman Oval.
- Tathra Sea Eagles: Flying high over Lawrence Park, the Sea Eagles proved they have claws with their 2019 premiership.
Group 16 Ladder: Who is Leading?
This is what every fan checks first on a Monday morning: the Group 16 Ladder. The points system is simple: 4 points for a win, 2 for a draw, and 0 for a loss. The paritity in this competition is world-class. While the Merimbula-Pambula Bulldogs broke the mold with their 2023 win, every season brings a new underdog story.
Junior Rugby League & Ladies League Tag
The future of Group 16 starts at the grassroots level. If you’re searching for “Group 16Junior Rugby League”, you’re in the right place. From Under 12s to Under 18s, Saturday mornings are where the next generation of Tigers and Roosters find their feet.
And don’t forget the Ladies League Tag (LLT). It’s one of the fastest-growing and most exciting parts of the competition—fast, skillful, and played with incredible spirit.
How to Watch Group 16 Live
Can’t make it to the ground? No dramas. For fans across the state, BarTV Sports has become the go-to platform for regional footy. They stream the biggest matches of the round straight to your phone or laptop.
BUT… nothing beats the real thing. The smell of the grass, the sound of a heavy hit, and a hot pie from the canteen. The footy ground is the home of the community. If you’re near Bega, Eden, or Merimbula this weekend, get down to the sidelines and support your local club. We’ll see you at the game!
FAQs -Group 16 Rugby League
The official draw for the 2026 season is typically confirmed by the Country Rugby League (CRL) in late February or early March. You can find the updated round-by-round fixtures for all first-grade and reserve-grade matches right here on our dedicated fixtures page
Match results for the Bega Roosters, Eden Tigers, and all South Coast teams are updated every Sunday evening. We provide a full breakdown of scores, including Ladies League Tag and Under 18s, so you never miss a beat of the regional action.
While the season is still young, the Group 16 Grand Final is traditionally held in September. The venue rotates between major grounds like the Bega Recreation Ground and the Pambula Sporting Complex, depending on which teams qualify.
The Challenge Cup (often confused with the UK version) in a local context refers to the pre-season or mid-season knockout rounds between Far South Coast clubs. It’s the perfect chance to see the new recruits in action before the main premiership points are on the line.
